In Reply to: Leave soon! posted by Danae on Monday, 18. April 2005 at 13:38 Bali Time:
Ive stayed at Barong plenty of times and love it!
It is the perfect hotel for the age group you specified.Lots of young likeminded young people and great friendly,funny staff.
The hotel itself is only a budget property but has all you need.Hot Water,Icy Air con,comfy beds,average sized rooms,fridge etc...Considering how much time you will probably be spending indoors it doesnt really matter if its 5 star or 3 star.
I personally try and request the rear section of the Hotel.Its a newer wing with the 24 hour pool bar area and right amongst the atmosphere.Its great to hang out on your balcony having a few bevvies and people-watching.
However if you like to sleep I would request the front section where things seem to quieten down in the early evening.Barong can be very noisy around the 24 hour pool bar and just from upstairs/downstairs noise.So if that bothers you it might be something to consider when you check in.
Apart from that,I would recommend anyone stay here.My friends and I are all repeat customers of The Barong.Its close to shops (markets and surfshops directly on the opposite side of Poppies lane II)restaurants,bars & clubs,transport,beach..you name it! A great location & fun atmosphere.
You are also entitled to discount on activities like White water Rafting,Watersports,Bungy,Waterbom Park etc.Also discount on entry to Nightclubs and use of the amenities (pool etc..) at Barongs sister Hotels (Bounty/Dewi Sri)
Make sure you have a drink and a chat with Pool bar attendants Wayan Surayasa and Wayan Paramatha.You'll have a laugh!
Have a cool holiday,you guys will have a ball!
Cheers
Ez